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Synergy Between Schools and Densus 88: Strengthening Teachers as the Frontline Protectors of Youth Against Radicalism
JAKARTA – Amidst the rapid flow of digital information targeting the emotional vulnerabilities of teenagers, educational institutions now play a vital role that goes beyond mere academic knowledge
transfer. Recognizing this, Sekolah HighScope Indonesia TB. Simatupang, in collaboration with Redea Institute, held a series of strategic collaborations with the Direktorat Pencegahan Densus 88 AT Polri to
strengthen the school ecosystem against the threats of radicalism and violence.
The program began with an educational session for parents and students in mid-February 2026, which included school psychologists to discuss navigating teenage emotions in the digital world. Together with
the Densus 88 team, the presentation provided a comprehensive overview of the importance of parents as a protective shield for their children against digital influences that are inseparable from student life.
Believing that preparation is incomplete if only given to parents and students, other school pillars also received training. The program culminated in a special session for teachers and staff held on Wednesday,
March 11, 2026, at the Black Box Theater, Sekolah HighScope Indonesia TB. Simatupang.
Since its founding in 1996, the HighScope Indonesia Institute—which has evolved into the Redea Institute—has fully upheld home-school collaboration to provide the best for students. Life values such
as mutual respect, responsibility, and appreciating differences have been instilled from an early age in all students of Sekolah HighScope Indonesia, which will rename itself to Eco Socio Tech School in July 2026.
Teachers as Students' Mental "Immunity"
The teacher session, titled "The Role of Teachers as the Frontline: Navigating Youth Emotions and Mitigating Radicalism Risks in Schools," emphasized that teachers are the primary adult figures best
positioned to perform early detection of changes in student behavior.
During the presentation, the Densus 88 team—featuring Kompol Ridjoko Suseno, S.H., M.H. and Bripda Chaterina Maharani—revealed that radical groups are now actively using social media to approach teenagers through psychological manipulation. They no longer appear with "scary faces" but instead disguise themselves as:
● Confidants (Teman Curhat): Offering solutions for loneliness or perceived injustice.
● False Heroism: Promising a great life purpose or adventure.
● Exclusivity: Making teenagers feel part of a "chosen" group.
"It is important for teachers not to just teach subject outcomes, but also to facilitate students in developing skills and values through learner outcomes. Life skills that allow students to be critical and
wise in the digital world," said Antarina S.F. Amir, founder and CEO of Redea Institute. "As the frontliner, teachers must continue to update learning strategies to detect risks and protect students from violence
and radicalism".
Mitigation Strategies in the School Environment
Densus 88 reminded attendees that sub-optimal anger management in students can develop into aggressive actions or a desire for revenge. Therefore, teachers were equipped with concrete strategies to build students' mental "immunity":
● Digital Literacy & Narrative Deconstruction: Encouraging students to dissect provocative content and recognize "us vs. them" narratives.
● Safe Space: Creating open discussions where students can ask about sensitive issues without judgment, preventing them from seeking answers from extreme internet algorithms.
● Security Simulations: Providing technical education such as Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) and reporting mechanisms for accounts performing radical grooming.
Shared Responsibility: Government, Schools, and Parents
A crucial point of the meeting was the clarification of roles. While the government provides macro-protection through regulations and security forces, schools and teachers are fully responsible for
creating a safe and comfortable environment.
Teachers are expected to integrate values of tolerance and critical thinking into the curriculum, such as in Religion, Civics (PPKn), or Advisory sessions. Additionally, schools are encouraged to form violence
prevention teams and provide anonymous reporting channels (whistleblowing systems) for students who notice peers being exposed to dangerous content.
Through this synergy, teachers act as more than just educators; they become strategic partners for parents in building a consistent support system, ensuring teenagers have a safe space to grow both at
school and at home
Strengthening the Spirit of LOVE FOR INDONESIA
through the 75th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia
NEW NORMAL
To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Indonesia in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sekolah HighScope Indonesia conducted a solemn event in this New Normal era, by utilizing online technology to hold a Virtual Flag Ceremony for the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia. The event, which was held this morning, involved 2,925 elementary, middle school and high school students along with approximately 1000 school directors, principals, teachers, employees, and parents of students from all HighScope Indonesia Schools in Java, Sumatra and Bali: SHI TB Simatupang, SHI Kelapa Gading, SHI Alfa Indah, SHI Kuningan, SHI Bintaro, SHI Pluit, SHI Rancamaya, SHI Bali, SHI Medan, SHI Bandung and SHI Palembang took part in this online ceremony.
What's interesting about this ceremony is with the virtual choir of 348 students from all HighScope Indonesia Schools. This collaborative project is led by Hendro Ismoyo Jati, the HighScope Indonesia Institute's K-12 Management and Quality Coordinator of the HighScope Indonesia Institute, fully supported by the music and film teachers of HighScope Indonesia Schools.
THE SPIRIT OF LOVE FOR INDONESIA
"Sekolah HighScope Indonesia teaches students to respect differences, allow differences, encourage differences, until differences no longer make a difference."
The values ingrained in the slogan above are in line with Indonesia’s National Motto of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika. HighScope Indonesia upholds these noble national values by continuing to instill these values in our students through various learning experiences that reflect real conditions that occur in the world.
In welcoming the 75th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia, Sekolah HighScope Indonesia holds a Week to Commemorate Independence Day where in each school, HighScope students are encouraged to foster a sense of pride as Indonesians and love for the nation through every learning activity.
During the morning meeting, the students discussed important events surrounding The Proclamation and dissected the meaning of independence. The teachers use independence as a theme for the learning activities. Students learn about the events leading up to Indonesian Independence in History lessons, read patriotic poetries of unity and integrity in language lessons, sing the national song in music lessons and draw or create works of art depicting the conditions of independence Indonesia in Art lessons. The teachers also invited guest speakers from community leaders such as Kompol M. Marbun.SH., MM (Kapolsek Cilandak) and Rizki Lesus (Journalist & Writer) who discussed the values of independence and its relevance to students according to their respective education program. Elementary, Middle School, and all the way to High School.
The Week of Independence Day Celebration, which culminates in the August 17 Flag Raising Ceremony, is a milestone in the spirit of LOVE FOR INDONESIA which underlies activities at the Indonesian HighScope School in the next 1 year. In the second quarter, students will learn about the richness of Indonesian culture in Culture Week. And in the fourth quarter students will study entrepreneurship on Business Day, where in their business plans or proposals, students are required to use 60% locally-resourced materials in their marketed products.
THE MEANING OF INDEPENDENCE
In her address this morning, Mrs. Antarina S.F. Amir elaborated on the meaning of independence for ceremony participants, that independence means to be free to determine one's own destiny and does not depend on others. "We do need other people to work together, sometimes we need other people to be leaders, but we have to be able to make our own choices in life, be able to lead ourselves and not depend on others." said Antarina S.F. Amir, Founder & CEO of HighScope Indonesia. She also advised that we can be independent if we are able to work together in solving problems. At the end of her speech, she reminded all attendees and students of the advice of the Father of Indonesian Education, Ki Hadjar Dewantara:
“Apapun yang diperbuat oleh seseorang itu,
hendaknya dapat bermanfaat bagi dirinya sendiri,
bermanfaat bagi bangsanya,
dan bermanfaat bagi manusia di dunia pada umumnya.”
Panitia Peringatan 75 Tahun Kemerdekaan Republik Indonesia
Sekolah HighScope Indonesia
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